What caused the explosion that killed Stuart Cooper?

The fire investigator's opinion, accepted by the coroner, was that Stuart Cooper caused the explosion himself.

Did Stuart Cooper have a history of mental health issues?

Yes, an inquest heard that Mr. Cooper had struggled with his mental health for a number of years and had expressed suicidal thoughts in the past.

What happened to Stuart Cooper after the explosion?

Mr. Cooper was airlifted to Derriford Hospital where he suffered 92% burns; his life support was withdrawn, and he died later that evening.

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Dad's Final Note Revealed After Deadly Home Explosion

10 Mar

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Summary

A man died from severe burns following a home explosion.
He had previously survived a similar explosion in 2019.
His niece received a final note from him after his death.

Dad's Final Note Revealed After Deadly Home Explosion

An inquest into the death of Stuart Cooper, 49, heard he passed away following an explosion at his home on Pendennis Road, Penzance, on April 23, 2025. Mr. Cooper, a father of four, had a documented history of mental health issues and previous suicidal ideations.

Prior to the fatal incident, Mr. Cooper had survived a similar explosion in 2019. This earlier event resulted in over 60% burns and necessitated extensive surgeries, leaving him in considerable pain.

His niece, Emily Cooper, stated her uncle, whom she referred to as 'dad,' was a devoted Tottenham Hotspur fan, funny, and outgoing. She received a box containing a final note and documents after his passing, as instructed by Mr. Cooper.